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Newcastle upon Tyne town defences: section of curtain wall containing Corner Tower is a medieval defensive structure forming part of Newcastle's historic town walls. The curtain wall and associated Corner Tower date to the medieval period, representing the fortified perimeter that protected the town from the twelfth century onwards. This section of the defences demonstrates the substantial stone construction characteristic of medieval urban fortifications in northern England, with the Corner Tower serving as a structural and defensive element within the wall circuit. The remains survive as a testament to Newcastle's importance as a fortified settlement and its role in the border region between England and Scotland.
Newcastle upon Tyne town defences: section of curtain wall containing Corner Tower is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1019810. View the official record →
Newcastle upon Tyne town defences: section of curtain wall containing Corner Tower is a medieval defensive structure forming part of Newcastle's historic town walls. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1019810.
Newcastle upon Tyne town defences: section of curtain wall containing Corner Tower is a Scheduled Ancient Monument, legally protected by Historic England (NHLE) — the body responsible for designating and safeguarding heritage sites in England. The official designation reference is 1019810.
Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Newcastle Swing Bridge (0.4 km), Newcastle upon Tyne town defences: section of curtain wall including Closegate and Water Tower (0.7 km), DUNSTON STAITHS (2.4 km).
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